Job Description

ABOUT US\xc3\x82\xc3\x82We are Alter Domus. Meaning \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x9cThe Other House\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x9d in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries.\xc3\x82\xc3\x82With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.\xc3\x82\xc3\x82Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com \xc3\x82\xc3\x82\xc3\x82We are looking for a corporate and commercial lawyer to join the In-House Legal department in APAC and become part of a young, dynamic, and international corporate environment.Job DESCRIPTIONAs part of the In-House Legal department you will provide legal advice for all aspects of Alter Domus\xe2\x80\x99 work, support its business and internal functions on commercial, regulatory and transactional matters, whilst working in a team of experienced and versatile in-house lawyers across EMEA, APAC and North America.The successful candidate will be reporting to the Head of Legal EMEA and APAC.your responsibilities include

• Operate as primary point of contact for the business to assist and advise on matters concerning regulatory matters, corporate/commercial and contract law.
• Support to EMEA/APAC In-House Legal:

• drafting and updating legal documentation, including standard services agreements, intra-group agreements, and outsourcing agreements and other types of commercial contracts;
• management of legal risk and monitoring or advising on legislative and regulatory changes affecting the business\xe2\x80\x99 service offering;
• ensuring compliance with internal policies, procedures and standards as well as Alter Domus\xe2\x80\x99 standard contracting process;
• contribute to knowledge management, training and legal updates.
• Assisting with negotiation of a broad range of specialised services agreements and commercial contracts with suppliers and vendors, including SaaS and technology contracts.
• Advising on legal aspects of client transactions and assist with understanding legal risk and corporate governance.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on a wide range of issues to inform decision making and integrate into actionable recommendations for senior management and teams.
• Providing business support:

• contribute to formal responses to client queries in support of operational teams;
• advise operational teams on the legal consequences of corporate and commercial documents; and
• acting as trusted advisor to the Alter Domus\xe2\x80\x99 senior management and internal support functions.

Your PROFILE

• Qualified solicitor in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia or England & Wales.
• 3 to 5 years relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in-house in an international environment.
• Strong background in commercial law and demonstrable experience in the Financial Services industry and its regulatory environment.
• Experience in using legal technology platforms would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent command of English and ability to present views clearly, concisely, and accurately to a wide array of audiences.
• Legal risk awareness and ability to work collaboratively with the business to deliver pragmatic outcome-focussed solutions to legal issues, without compromising on Alter Domus\xe2\x80\x99 policies, protection and values.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Willingness to progress and ability to develop expertise in new technical areas to consistently high standards.
• Fluency in Mandarin would be an asset.

WHAT WE OFFER:\xc3\x82We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.\xc3\x82\xc3\x82Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.\xc3\x82\xc3\x82Our global benefits also include:\xc3\x82\xc3\x82

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave\xc3\x82
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression\xc3\x82
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices\xc3\x82
• Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 from our Employee Assistance Program\xc3\x82
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan\xc3\x82
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location\xc3\x82

\xc3\x82\xc3\x82Equity in every sense of the word\xc3\x82\xc3\x82We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.\xc3\x82\xc3\x82We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative. \xc3\x82\xc3\x82We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you.\xc3\x82\xc3\x82(Alter Domus Privacy notice can be reviewed via Alter Domus webpage: )\xc3\x82#LI-HYBRID\xc3\x82

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